Puncture Resistant Root Barrier Membrane

NewSeal 409 Root Barrier

Robust Root Protection: Impermeable High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) membrane effectively prevents root penetration, safeguarding primary waterproofing membranes in green roofs or planters.
Versatile Applications: Ideal root barrier for protecting waterproofing membranes in intrusive green roof systems or planters, suitable for existing and newly planted trees and plants.
Durable and Easy to Install: Offers excellent chemical and biological resistance, lightweight and durable construction, and resistance to sea water and fertilizers, ensuring quick and easy installation for long-lasting root protection.

Designed to eliminate root penetration. Consists of an impermeable High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) membrane, providing robust root-proof protection to the primary waterproofing membrane to green roofs or planters where intrusive root systems are present.

Key Benefits

Typical Applications

Technical Data

FAQ

Key Benefits

Excellent chemical and biological resistance.
Suitable for existing and newly planted trees and plants.
Lightweight.
Durable.
Resistant to sea water and fertilizers.
Quick and easy to install.

Typical Applications

As a root barrier to protect the waterproofing membrane from root damage within intrusive green roof systems or planters.

Technical Data

Installed Performance	Result
Water-flow at 20 kPa – 1:80 slope – Upper layer	0.07 l/m/s
Water-flow at 100 kPa – 1:80 slope – Upper layer	0.04 l/m/s
Water-flow at 200 kPa – 1:80 slope – Upper layer	0.02 l/m/s
Compressive strength – Temporary loading	>240 kPa
Compressive strength – Permanent loading	>120 kPa
Water vapour diffusion resistance – Sd value	>604m
Water vapour diffusion resistance – µ value	>1208000µ
Water vapour diffusion resistance	>3020 MNs/g
CBR puncture resistance	2800.00 N
Tensile strength (Machine direction)	19 kN/m2
Tensile strength (Cross direction)	10 kN/m2
Chemical resistance	Excellent
Oxidation resistance	Excellent

FAQ

What is NewSeal 409 Root Barrier?

NewSeal 409 Root Barrier is an impermeable High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) membrane designed to eliminate root penetration. It provides robust root-proof protection to the primary waterproofing membrane in green roofs or planters where intrusive root systems are present.

What are the technical specifications of NewSeal 409 Root Barrier?

The technical data of NewSeal 409 Root Barrier includes water-flow rates at different pressures, compressive strength, water vapour diffusion resistance, CBR puncture resistance, tensile strength, chemical resistance, and oxidation resistance. It has a high water vapour diffusion resistance and excellent chemical and oxidation resistance.

What are the typical applications of NewSeal 409 Root Barrier?

NewSeal 409 Root Barrier is typically used in green roofs or planters where intrusive root systems pose a threat. It is installed to prevent root penetration and protect the primary waterproofing membrane in such applications.

What is the packaging size and colour of NewSeal 409 Root Barrier?

NewSeal 409 Root Barrier is packaged in rolls with dimensions of 50m x 1.2m. It comes in black colour and covers an area of 60m².

Where can I find more information or support for NewSeal 409 Root Barrier?

For more information, technical data sheets, or support, you can download the NewSeal 409 Root Barrier TDS and NBS Clause. Additionally, you can seek design support, request a contractor, or request an architect through the available options.